Side by side comparison and review of MSI GL66 11UCK (251UK Pulse) and MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI). Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.
Advantages and disadvantages of MSI GL66 11UCK (251UK Pulse) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.
powerful gaming performance
high refresh rate display
robust cooling system
RGB backlit keyboard
reasonable price point
average battery life
heavy build
limited port selection
noisy under load
Advantages and disadvantages of MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.
superior gaming performance
high-refresh-rate display
robust build quality
advanced cooling system
excellent audio quality
heavier than competitors
expensive price point
short battery life
limited portability
| DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | MSI GL66 11UCK (251UK Pulse) | MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI) |
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| Product Type | Notebook | Notebook |
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| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 35.9 cm x 25.9 cm x 2.395 cm | 38 cm x 29.8 cm x 2.285 cm |
| Weight | 2.3 kg | 3.1 kg |
| Colour | Titanium grey | - |
| DISPLAY | MSI GL66 11UCK (251UK Pulse) | MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI) |
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| Screen Size (Type) | 15.6" | 17" |
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| LCD Backlight Technology | LED backlight | - |
| Screen Resolution | 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) | 2560 x 1600 (QHD+) |
| V-Sync Rate at Max Res. | 144 Hz | 240 Hz |
| Widescreen | Yes | Yes |
| Image Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:10 |
| Colour Gamut | 100% sRGB, 72% NTSC | 100% DCI-P3 |
| Features | Anti-glare, IPS-level | IPS-level |
| PROCESSOR | MSI GL66 11UCK (251UK Pulse) | MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI) |
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| CPU | Intel Core i7 (11th Gen) 11800H / 2.3 GHz | Intel Core i9 (13th Gen) 13980HX / 2.2 GHz |
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| Max Turbo Speed | 4.6 GHz | 5.6 GHz |
| Number of Cores | 8-core | 24-core |
| Cache | 24 MB | L3 - 36 MB |
| Chipset | Intel HM570 | - |
| Features | Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Smart Cache, Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost) | Intel Smart Cache |
| MEMORY | MSI GL66 11UCK (251UK Pulse) | MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI) |
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| RAM | 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) | 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) |
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| Max RAM Supported | 64 GB | - |
| RAM Type | DDR4 SDRAM | DDR5 SDRAM |
| Speed | 3200 MHz | - |
| Form Factor | SO-DIMM 260-pin | SO-DIMM 262-pin |
| Slots Qty | 2 | 2 |
| Empty Slots | 0 | 0 |
| STORAGE | MSI GL66 11UCK (251UK Pulse) | MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI) |
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| Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) | 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) | 2 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) |
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| AUDIO & VIDEO | MSI GL66 11UCK (251UK Pulse) | MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI) |
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| Multi-GPU Configuration | - | 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU |
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| Graphics Processor (GPU) | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 / Intel UHD Graphics |
| Video Memory | 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM | - |
| Video System Features | - | MSI OverBoost technology, MUX Switch |
| Camera | Yes - 720p | - |
| Frame Rate | 30 frames per second | - |
| Sound | Stereo speakers | Stereo speakers, four woofers |
| Audio Features | Nahimic 3D audio | Output: Nahimic audio, Sound by Dynaudio, Hi-Res Audio |
| COMMUNICATIONS | MSI GL66 11UCK (251UK Pulse) | MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI) |
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| Wireless | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) |
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| Wireless Controller | Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 | Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1690i |
| Network Interface | Gigabit Ethernet | 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet |
| Ethernet Controller | Realtek RTL8111 | - |
| BATTERY | MSI GL66 11UCK (251UK Pulse) | MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI) |
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| Technology | 3-cell lithium polymer | 4-cell |
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| Battery Capacity (Size) | 53.5 Wh | 99.9 Wh |
| AC ADAPTER | MSI GL66 11UCK (251UK Pulse) | MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI) |
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| Input | - | AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) |
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| Output | 150 Watt | - |
| INPUT | MSI GL66 11UCK (251UK Pulse) | MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI) |
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| Type | Keyboard, touchpad | Keyboard, touchpad |
|---|---|---|
| Numeric Keypad | Yes | Yes |
| Keyboard Backlight | Yes (RGB) | Yes (RGB) |
| Features | - | Per-key RGB, marked WASD |
| CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS | MSI GL66 11UCK (251UK Pulse) | MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI) |
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| Slots | - | 2 x M.2 Card (1 free) |
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| Interfaces | HDMI USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 USB 2.0 LAN |
Headphone/microphone combo jack LAN HDMI 2.1 (8K support) USB 3.2 Gen 2 USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery) USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) |
| Memory Card Reader | - | Yes (SD Card) |
| SOFTWARE | MSI GL66 11UCK (251UK Pulse) | MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI) |
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| Operating System (OS) | Windows 10 Home | Windows 11 Home |
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| Software Included | WinZip, Norton Internet Security (60 days trial), SteelSeries Engine 3, MSI Dragon Gaming Center, Killer Network Manager, Microsoft Office 2016 (30 days trial), MSI True Color 2.0, Nahimic VR, Nahimic Audio Enhancer 3, NVIDIA GeForce Experience, MSI APP Player | MSI APP Player, MSI Center, SteelSeries GG |
| MISCELLANEOUS | MSI GL66 11UCK (251UK Pulse) | MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI) |
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| Included Accessories | Power adapter | Power adapter |
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| Features | Cooler Boost 5 technology | SteelSeries gaming keyboard, Cooler Boost 5 technology, MSI Mystic Light Sync supported, LED lighting bar |
| Compliant Standards | - | BSMI, WEEE, FCC Part 15 Class B, JIS C 0950 |
| Manufacturer Warranty | Limited warranty - 1 year | Limited warranty - 2 years |
| Model Number | - | 062UK |
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